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Its true rank is among works properly called philanthropic,--the title of highest honor on earth.
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In this statement, Sumner elevates philanthropic efforts above other achievements, asserting their ultimate value.
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Above all, welcome to the united regenerated Democracy of the North, which spurns the mockery of a Republic, with professions of Freedom on the lips, while the chains of Slavery clank in the Capitol!
Far above any flickering light or battle-lantern of party is the everlasting sun of Truth, in whose beams are the duties of men.
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
Still further: every ship-of-war that floats costs more than a well-endowed college.
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